The Influence of Denominations on Church Organizational Structure in China
The issues of theological stance and church governance that impact the decision of whether or not to be a part of a denomination are discussed.
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Denominationalism—A Double-edged Sword
The author alerts us to the dangers that denominationalism can bring, especially with a new generation of educated, urban Christians who desire to pursue godliness.
The Politics of Protestant Churches and the Party-State in China
In a society where religious life is tightly proscribed and managed by the Party-State, how is it that so many independent (“illegal, but free”) churches have sprung up and not only survived, but thrived?
The Collected Works of Watchman Nee
The books, articles, and sermons of Watchman Nee are available online in both Chinese and English.
What is Chinese Christianity?
And who gets to decide?
For and Against Denominations in China
ChinaSource looks at denominationalism in China in the coming summer issue of ChinaSource Quarterly.
Audio Now Available for Chinese New Hymnal
The Yanjing Theological Seminary student choir singing the hymns of the New Hymnal—a resource for churches in China.
It’s All about Serving Well
A framework with which to process the complexities of China, as well as tools to navigate the myriad of cultural differences you will experience in China.
The China Hustle
A documentary about financial fraud, but one that requires discernment.
The Challenge of Contextualization
In an atmosphere of increased social tightening, some younger Christians are asking whether some current expressions of the church might actually stand in the way of an effectively contextualized message that resonates with today’s urban Chinese.
Cults on Social Media
A warning against false teachings being spread on WeChat.
A “New” New Normal?
Management of religious affairs will be shifted from, SARA to the United Front Work Department—what questions should we be asking?